Discover the story of the song > Orphans Of Wealth – Don McLean

The song is about a group of poor and hungry people living in poor conditions. The protagonist describes how these people come from different backgrounds, but are all neglected by the country they live in. Despite the efforts of some to help them, the situation seems to get worse as time goes by, and it is the youngest of this group who suffer the most. The song ends on a somber note, suggesting that it is a reflection of the state of the country as a whole.